different
UK: ˈdɪf.ər.ənt | US: ˈdɪf.ər.ənt
adj. not the same as another or each other; distinct
adj. unusual; not typical
The word "different" originates from the Latin differre, meaning "to set apart" or "to carry away in varying directions." The root differ- combines dis- (apart) + ferre (to carry). Over time, the Latin differentem (present participle of differre) evolved into Old French diferent, and later Middle English different. The suffix -ent marks it as an adjective, indicating a state of being. The core idea of "carrying apart" logically extends to modern meanings of distinction or divergence.
The two sisters have completely different personalities.
She chose a different route to avoid traffic.
His approach to the problem was different but effective.
Each culture has different traditions and values.
The experiment yielded different results under varying conditions.